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When I was a kid, my parents, my sister, and I didn’t visit a dentist’s office very often. Because my parents didn’t have any dental insurance, they couldn’t afford to pay dental fees. Unfortunately, the decision to skip semi-annual dental appointments has led to my mom having many problems with her teeth recently. Sadly, her gums are receding. Because her dentist is concerned about how this condition will affect her teeth, he is being very proactive. One of the things he is considering performing is a set of root canals. On this blog, you will discover the most common dental issues root canals correct. Enjoy!

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Mistakes To Avoid When Dealing With A Knocked Out Tooth
Dental emergencies do occur on occasion, and the best way to prepare for an emergency is to understand what should and should not be done when an incident occurs. Knocking out a permanent adult tooth is one thing you may experience and there are several mistakes that need to be avoided when such an accident occurs. Keep reading to understand these mistakes and also what you should do instead. Mistake - Cleaning The Tooth Aggressively

Tooth Be Told: 6 Ways Your Life Will Change With Dentures
Change can be good or bad, but in most cases, it can take some getting use to. Such is the case with new dentures, where, in the beginning, the change may seem strange or even bothersome; however, in the long run, the change turns out to be something very positive. Here's how you can expect your life to change with new dentures, for the most part: 1. You'll Be Self-Conscious, At First

Diabetes And Dental Care: What Can You Do To Keep Gum Disease At Bay?
If you're a diabetic with minor problems with your gums, you may wonder how you can keep the problems from becoming worse. If your gums bleed or feel sore when you brush your teeth, it's important that you treat the issues now. Your minor gum problems can quickly turn into periodontal disease, which may eventually lead to tooth loss. In addition, your gum problems may interfere with how you manage or control your diabetes.

Tips to Help Prevent Serious Dental Implant Infections
Dental implants are extremely common tooth replacements that require the surgical placement of a titanium implant root. While dental implants have an extremely high success rate, surgery is still required to fit the root. This means that surgical complications can occur, even though they are rare. One of the most common implant complications is peri-implantitis. Peri-implantitis is a dental implant infection that affects both the soft tissues and the bone around the implant site.

Best Practices For Keeping Your Dental Implants Stain-Free
Dental implants are a highly popular way of restoring a perfect smile after losing one or more teeth. However, one concern that many patients have involves safeguarding dental implants against unsightly stains. Although the materials used in dental implants are resistant against stains, they aren't completely impervious. The following outlines a few best practices you can use to prevent stains from appearing on your dental implants. Abstain from Smoking and Chewing Tobacco

Smokers With Mouth Ulcers And B12 Deficiency: How Do They Connect Together?
If you're a smoker who experiences painful mouth sores on your gums, inner cheeks and tongue, you may wonder why you have the sores and how can you ease the pain. One of the problems with smoking is that it affects the way your body metabolizes and uses minerals that protect your oral health, including vitamin B12, or cobalamin. The nutrient helps protect your immune system, nervous system, skin, and cells from disease and other issues.

What To Do If Dental Implants Cause Gum Tissue To Darken
You peer into the mirror to get a good look at your smile after getting dental implants, and that's when you notice it. The gum tissue near where the implant was placed is darker than the rest of your gums. Discolored gum tissue is not uncommon after getting dental implants, but here is what you should do if you notice it and a couple of ideas on how to correct the problem.

3 Technologies That Are Making Dentistry More Patient-Friendly
Getting dental treatment is definitely important for your health and for cosmetic reasons, but many people don't think of the dentist's office as a particularly patient-friendly place. This is often especially true for patients who had a lot of dental work as children – early memories of a painful experience with the dental drill or an extraction accompanied by a lot of blood can cause you to dread the dentist well into adulthood.

3 Things To Know About Root Canals Before You Decide Not To Get One
Hearing the news that you need a root canal is probably not what you wanted to find out, but there is nothing you can do to change that fact. Getting a root canal can be expensive, depending on the tooth and the work needed, and you could end up having to pay up to $2,000. Because of this, many people wonder if they can solve the problem in a way that is cheaper.